Hyatt Regency Washington Available Positions

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Hyatt Regency Washington
400 New Jersey Avenue, NW,
Washington, DC 20001

Management Positions,
Assistant Banquet/CS Manager,
Assistant Executive Steward,
Associate Director of Catering,
Associate Director of Sales,
Catering Manager,
Pastry Supervisor,
Sales Manager

What are employers in the Hospitality, Tourism, Events Industry Looking For?

This was a post by Joan L. Eisenstodt on the MIForum (Meetings Industry Forum). This post contains a lot of good information on what employers are looking for in potential candidates in our industry, as well as, some of the hot topics of today that potential job candidates should do research on. If you would like to see the entire post CLICK HERE.

The MIForum is a great place to find information on our industry and discuss between professionals. If you would like to access MIForum CLICK HERE.

Topics Covered:
1) What the appropriate training or life experiences are to get into this industry.

2) If there is too much 101 v. exploration, etc.

3) The CORE knowledge base for our industry.

1. As I've helped clients over many years identify the qualities and skills desired in those being interviewed for positions in meetings departments and when we've interviewed people for those jobs, there are some things that stand out:

• Desire to learn demonstrated by what the person reads, watches, listens to;
• Inquiring mind demonstrated by the research the person has done about the company or organization with whom they are interviewing and the questions asked;
• The ability to communicate demonstrated by written and verbal communications;
• Broader knowledge of the world of business and the world demonstrated by the knowledge of what's in the news and the impact on our industry/the work to be done.
• What other experiences they've had. (Those experiences do NOT have to be in this industry or even a related one - life experiences can lead to great successes depending on the experiences and what one has learned.)

For those who have been in the industry even a short time, there are different questions and a different look:

• How have they continued learning (This goes even more for those who have achieved a CMP, CMM, MTA, or any advanced certification or degree. )

2. There is never enough 101! I am heartsick that MPI has suspended (for this year they say) MPI's Institute program this year. There are virtually NO "101" programs being done at industry meetings (other than brief sessions at Affordable Meetings) or by industry organizations. As the "Queen of the Basics" along with sharing the crown w/ Vicky Betzig, we KNOW there are many who need to know the basics - and who need to brush up on the basics. The turnover in our industry is high and many people continue to enter this industry … including those who have graduated from a degree program but may not have received the anecdotal learning they also need.

We need to broaden how "101" is taught, providing more experiential learning. Years ago, when Dolce Conf. Centers had a great "101" 2 day program, and when PCMA did "The College of Meeting Knowledge" and before that, the "PCMA/Sheraton Showcases", and the early days of MPI's Institutes, and GWSAE and ASAE did similar programs, we DID experiential learning - hands-on site inspections, hands-on plating of food, presentations to show what was learned and to help people build confidence in their presentation skills.

3. The core knowledge base for our industry is more difficult to pin down. We, on the planner side, often miss the core knowledge of how our industry partners operate and thus think that we 'should' get more when we negotiate; most have so little knowledge about language let alone contract language that so many things are missed. Business partners (and MANY planners) are missing what we (you and I, Everett) know about adult learning and how room sets and the impact of where a meeting is held on outcomes. There is so much more. I've not even touched risk management issues or nutrition and food allergy issues and on and on.

Yes, I concur with Newt Gingrich that most of what I learned, was by 8th grade and my life experiences enhanced what I had as basic knowledge. Yet, my basic education by 8th grade also included reading and listening to news, discussing world events and so on. In today's world, the internet allows the 'haves' to gain knowledge so easily.

Few use it.

Job Hunting Tips and Tricks

I'm sure for many of the recent graduates out there, the job hunt has already begun. Here are some tips to remember when looking for and applying for a job:
Job Hunting 101 for New Grads by Kate Lorenz

25 Ways to Sabotage Your Job Search by Anthony Balderrama

Leave This Info Out of Your Interview by Rachel Zupek

6 Steps for First Time Job Hunters by Kate Lorenz

For more articles on finding a job, check out Career Builder and Degree Driven Here

Internships and jobs available on PCMA Website

I know many of you are searching for jobs and internships for the summer. Please be sure to visit the PCMA Career Center by clicking here in order to check out new postings.

This website is updated constantly, so be sure to check back for new job listings!

As internships are passed along to me, I will also be posting them on the blog. All internships are posted here and on a seperate blog that I have made for only job opportunities:

http://gppcmainternshipsandjobs.blogspot.com/

Many of these internships are still available, so please apply!

Another place to search for jobs and internships is on the Meetings Industry Forum (MI Forum) located here: http://groups.google.com/group/MiForum .
The MI Forum is a good resource for discussion between current industry professionals and prospective professionals. Many times I come across great opportunites listed here.

If you have any questions, or would like someone to look at your resume, please email me at gppcmastudents@gmail.com

Thanks!

Belinda Keota
Meeting Manager
Produce Marketing Association

Student Development Chair
Greater Philadelphia Chapter of PCMA

GPPCMA Scholarship Winners!

The PCMA Education Foundation has released the names of the winners of several of their annual scholarships, and I am pleased to announce that the Greater Philadelphia Chapter had 4 student winners, each winning the Roy B. Evans Scholarship.

Ashley Akright, Penn State University
Peter DiOrio, Penn State University
Tara Miller, Temple University
Sara Quinteros-Fernandez, Penn State University

The Roy B. Evans Scholarship is a $5,000 award for tuition, underwritten by the PCMA Education Foundation. Students are chosen based on their academic record, hospitality work experience, current and planned involvement in the hospitality industry, recommendations by their faculty and work supervisor, and PCMA involvement.

The full press release can be found HERE.

MORE SCHOLARSHIPS ARE STILL AVAILABLE! Deadlines for the following are October 1, 2008!

Annual Meeting Scholarship
The PCMA Education Foundation is sponsoring a scholarship for up to three (3) students to work and attend the 2009 PCMA Annual Meeting in New Orleans, LA. This is an opportunity for student members to join industry professionals and gain valuable experience that will prepare them for a career in the meetings industry.

Chairman's Scholarship
NYC & Company Convention and Visitors Bureau is proud to sponsor the PCMA Chairman's Scholarships, originally established to honor James H. Youngblood, PCMA's Chairman of the Board in 2001. This annual award will allow up to two (2) PCMA student members to attend the 2009 PCMA Annual Meeting in New Orleans, LA. This is an excellent opportunity to network with Industry Leaders and fellow students while enjoying the special distinction of being a 2008 Chairman's Scholar.

Student Chapter of the Year Award
The annual Student Chapter of the Year (SCOTY) Award is awarded to up to 4 (four) PCMA student chapters that best demonstrate overall leadership, academic excellence, community/campus involvement, web site development, membership growth and participation in the hospitality industry. This scholarship is sponsored by the PCMA Education Foundation. The four winning chapters are awarded up to $500 to fund an educational, community service or membership program to spend during the 2008-2009 school year.

Additional information on these scholarships and how to apply will be posted on the PCMA Education Foundation Website, which can be found by CLICKING HERE.

Conference Coordinator / Conference Registrar in NY

The International Baccalaureate (www.ibo.org) is a non-profit educational organization offering curriculum and assessment worldwide. IB is a recognized leader in the field of international education. IB Programmes encourage students to be active learners, well-rounded individuals and engaged world citizens.

The North American regional office of International Baccalaureate provides a wide range of services to IB World Schools and to prospective schools that are interested in our programs. In addition, IB North America offers a full array of professional development opportunities for teachers and administrators throughout the year.

The IB North American regional office of International Baccalaureate currently located in New York, NY is looking for a:

Conference Coordinator / Conference Registrar Band Level 8 = $33,000 - $37,400

Prospective and authorized schools that wish to offer the IB Programmes must send faculty to professional training workshops. The conference coordinator will liaise with hotels, vendors, programme staff, faculty and delegates to plan the logistics of teacher training workshops.

The position will also have the overall responsibility for processing a school’s request for enrollment in IB North America workshops.

The Conference Coordinator / Conference Registrar is responsible for:

• Responsible for all communications with faculty leaders and staff
  for upcoming IB North America workshops
• Creating and maintaining accurate workshop reports, volunteer
  database, and other workshop related documents while coordinating the
  logistics for 4 – 6 workshops annually
• Provide workshop leaders with appropriate material for their subject
  session
• Provide exceptional customer service onsite to workshop
  participants, faculty leaders and staff
• Financial responsibility for accurately processing all invoices and
  expense claim forms from faculty leaders related to workshops
• Act as a support system for conference registrar during peak
  registration periods

Requirements:

• A combination of experience, education, and training that would provide the level of knowledge and ability required for the position
• Meeting planning experience desirable
• Excellent communication skills – both written and oral
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Word, Excel and database)
• High level of organizational and interpersonal skills
• Skilled in using standard office equipment
• Ability to work independently and as part as a dedicated team
• Must have a flexible work schedule and be willing to work extended hours

Application Process:

Please submit a curriculum vitae/resume with a cover letter outlining your interest in, salary requirements and qualifications for, this particular post to:

Human Resources Department
International Baccalaureate North America
475 Riverside Drive, Suite 240
New York, NY 10115

E-mail: ibnahr@ibo.org

**INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE REVIEWED

Complimentary Student Webinar

Graduation season is fast approaching...
Ease the transition from classroom to career with the complimentary PCMA Student Webinar "From Classroom to Class Act: Making the Transition from Student to Meeting Professional" on Tuesday, April 15, 2008.

Created for YOU by a George Washington University Event Management class, this Webinar presents you with the opportunity to join industry veteran Joan Eisenstodt on April 15th for a candid discussion with recent graduates and established meeting professionals who will share their personal triumphs and lessons learned.

Attend this session to:

• Define "professionalism
• "Build effective working relationships with supervisors and co-workers
• Identify a mentor and how to maintain a long-term relationship

From Classroom to Class Act: Making the Transition from Student to Meeting Professional

When: April 15, 2008
Time: 1 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. Eastern
12 p.m. - 12:45 p.m. Central
11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Mountain
10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. Pacific
Cost: Complimentary

Register Today - Click Here!

This PCMA Student Webinar is brought to you by the Walter E. Washington Convention Center